Two more homes hit in daytime burglaries in Dover

Tuesday

Jan 15, 2013 at 3:15 AMJan 15, 2013 at 12:11 PM

DOVER — Two additional homes were targeted by thieves Friday as police continue to investigate more than two dozen residential burglaries in the city in recent months, most of which involved forced entry.

By Andrea Bulfinchabulfinch@fosters.com

DOVER — Two additional homes were targeted by thieves Friday as police continue to investigate more than two dozen residential burglaries in the city in recent months, most of which involved forced entry.

According to Lt. Brant Dolleman, the two most recent break-ins occurred at residences on Back River Road and were similar to previous incidents in that they occurred during daylight hours, involved forced-entry and the thief or thieves appeared to have targeted similar items, such as jewelry.

“We're still investigating them all,” he said Monday morning.

No one was home at either residence Friday and there were no injuries reported.

On Friday, Dolleman said these types of burglaries have been occurring in some surrounding communities and police are actively working with local agencies to pursue leads.

And the best way to protect one's home, he also said, is by using some of the “old standbys” of locking doors and windows and notifying police of any suspicious activity.

Though no one has been injured in any of the burglaries, such an event is always a dangerous scenario, he said. And though residents need not be necessarily alarmed for their safety, he said police want people to be aware of what's happening and to contact them immediately if they have been burglarized or notice anything out of the ordinary.

Anyone who wishes to hear suggestions on how to better secure their home can call the Dover Police Department to learn about useful deterrents.

Residents are also asked to report any suspicious activity and anyone with information about the recent burglaries or similar incidents is asked to call the Dover Police Department at 742-4646.

Those wishing to remain anonymous can provide information to the Dover Crimeline at 749-6000. The Dover Crimeline can also be contacted via www.dovernhcrimeline.org.